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Mobility and Access Coalition (MAC) Newsletter

Collaborating for Equitable Transportation Options to Empower People of All Ages and Abilities Monthly Newsletter

IN THE KNOW:

MAC Update

Organizational Updates:

CPP Deputy Director: Danny Herrmann was introduced as the new Community Planning and Permitting Deputy Director - Transportation Planning.

Bike to Work Updates: Elaine and Melissa shared updates and outcomes from recent Bike to Work activities.

Boulder County Access-a-Ride Certification Center Secondary Location Update: Angel Bond and Gretchen Vidergar provided an update on a tour they took of the Southeast Boulder County Hub as a potential location for the partnership.

7/30 & 7/31 Multimodal Photoshoot Volunteers: Felipe Mosqueda Yanez is looking for volunteers for the multimodal photoshoot held on July 30 and 31. Complete the model interest form to volunteer.

8/5 DRMAC Member Meeting: Member Networking Event: Stephanie O'Neill shared information about the DRMAC member networking event scheduled for August 5.

8/1 RTD 35 Years of ADA Progress Event: Gisa McCray Simmons highlighted RTD’s upcoming event celebrating 35 years of ADA progress on August 1.

Presentations:

RTD Access-on-Demand Changes: Erin Vallejos presented updates on the proposed changes to RTD’s Access-on-Demand program, which go to the RTD Board for Approval on July 29.

Countywide Strategic Transit Planning Project: Jennifer Weiland, Nelson/Nygaard Project Manager, presented the goals and timeline for the 18-month Countywide Strategic Transit Planning Project.

View the recoding of the July MAC meeting

Next MAC Meeting:

Wednesday, August 20th, 1 - 2:20 p.m. (Register in Advance)

Contact mobilityforall@bouldercounty.gov to join the MAC Email List.

Please share updates to be included in the next MAC meeting or newsletter

Simple Steps. Better Air. Toolkit

Access the Simple Steps. Better Air. (SSBA) Toolkit which contains social media, logos, posters, and info to help spread the word on their campaign.

Simple Steps. Better Air. (SSBA) is a public awareness and outreach program created by the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) to educate residents in the greater Denver Metropolitan area about ground-level ozone pollution and actions to improve air quality. It serves a 9-county area from Douglas to Larimer County.

Amazing turnout for Bike to Work Day

Mobility for All went all in on Bike to Work Day this year, at 2 superstations at the Boulder Chamber and Longmont Civic Center, greeting over 400 riders who reshuffled their commutes. Amazing folks all over Colorado celebrate annually focusing on reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality and bringing some fun to the start of their day!

Click on the link below to watch a short video on the day's highlights.

BOULDER: Bike to Work Day 2025 at the Community Cycles and Boulder Chamber Super Stations

RAQC's Summer Ozone Forum

The Regional Air Quality Council's Summer Ozone Forum will cover air quality modeling and planning efforts to address air pollution in our region:

📆 Friday, July 25th, 10am-12pm MDT

💻 Virtual only

🔗 https://raqc.org/event/summer-2025-ozone-forum/

GET INVOLVED:

Neighborhood Speed Management Program

The Town of Erie has received an increased number of requests to study speeding in neighborhoods and make changes to street designs in 2023. That’s why the Town Engineering, Transportation Planning, Street Operations, St. Vrain & Boulder Valley School Districts, Rocky Mountain Fire, and the Police Department are jointly launching a process to create the Neighborhood Speed Management Program (NSMP) with Erie residents.

Click here to learn about the program and eligibility.

Agencies May Now Apply for 2026 Human Services Fund Pool Funding

Nonprofit human service agencies may apply for pool funding through the Boulder County Community Services Department.

Grants supports:

Increase economic stability, mobility, and resilience.
Increase the ability for people to obtain and maintain housing.
and more...

📆 Applications due by Monday, August 25, 2025

Apply Here

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Mini-Grants

Due to the overwhelming support from our incredible community, we’re thrilled to announce the Safe Routes Partnership will offer mini grants for the 2025 Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day on November 14!

Mini-grants of $500 and $1,000 will be available to support local celebrations

📆 Applications open Monday, August 4th

View Eligibility and Guidelines

STAY INFORMED:

News Articles:

An Aging Nation: U.S. Median Age Surpassed 39 in 2024, United States Census Bureau

New Way to Catch Speeders in Colorado Construction Zones, Yahoo! News

Teens Pitch Policy Priorities to State Lawmakers Focused on Education, Equity, Substance Abuse, KUNC

Boulder Scientist Pin Last Hopes for NOAA on Congress, Axios Boulder

Taking on Traffic Laws: A How-To Guide for Decriminalizing Mobility, Safe Routes Partnership

Podcasts:

Onsite at STN EXPO West: Innovations and Partnerships for School Transportation Success, School Transportation Nation

Not An Easy Button: Expert Gives School Bus Routing Technology Tips, School Transportation Nation

Clear Jet Making Ecommerce Easier, Cheaper, Talking Transports

Reclaiming Your Creativity Through Transit, Chatting w/ the Editor of Mass Transit Magazine, and Will LA Be Ready for the Olympics?, Transit Unplugged

Insider: Paul Comfort Answers 2025's Biggest Industry Questions, Transit Unplugged

Webinars and Trainings:

New Year, New Inspirations! Celebrating Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day 2025, hosted by Safe Routes Partnership on August 13 - 14, 2025 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Partners for Automated Vehicle Education, hosted by National RTAP on July 22nd, 11 p.m. - 12 p.m.

From Vision to Action: Community Member-Hosted Conversations, hosted by City of Boulder on August 19, 2025 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Employment and Volunteer Opportunities:

Healthy Futures Youth Coalition Youth Advisor, Public Health

Health Coverage Guide, Human Services

Nederland Transfer Station On Call Hourly, Public Works

Transportation Planning Manager, City of Longmont

Learn about mobility options and resources in our region:

Boulder County: Mobility for All Options

Denver Metro Region: DRMAC Getting There Guide

Northern Colorado Region: RideNoCo

Boulder Chamber Transportation Connections Transportation Options
Commuting Solutions Options

UPCOMING EVENTS

July 23: Bands On The Bricks: Dragondeer

Wednesday 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Pearl Street Mall, Boulder, CO

July 23: Boulder Public Art Guided Walking Tours

Wednesday Starts at 9 a.m. 17th and Pearl, Boulder, CO

July 24: Travel Training in English at Lafayette Senior Center

Thursday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 103 Iowa Ave, Lafayette, CO

July 25: Public Star Party with Boulder County Parks and Open Space

Friday Starts at 8:30 p.m. 15140 N 55th St, Longmont, CO

August 9: Bizarre Cat Bazaar

Saturday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Downtown Nederland

August 9: Recovery and Wellness Series: Silent Disco in the Hills

Saturday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Flagstaff Wood Picnic Shelter, Boulder, CO

August 24: Roll and Stroll for Families Experiencing Disabilities: Big Easy Trailhead

Sunday 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Big Easy Trailhead at 32088 Us-6 Golden, CO

Connect with Mobility for All!

mobilityforall@bouldercounty.gov

720-564-2218

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Boulder County Mobility and Access Coalition's Vision is an equitable transportation network that empowers people of all ages and abilities to move in and beyond the Boulder County community.